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  1. soon2bslimmer

    NO LOSS ):

    Yep absolutely normal. Was 100% all week and had a STS in week 2 :cry:. Not nice but it happens. Looking forward to next WI :D. Stick with the plan and it will work for you!! Soon2bslimmer x
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    NEW STARTER

    Welcome pink angel, how are things going? Like you, I find the bars hard work, can only finish one half at a time with lots of water and tea! But stick in there and the weight will come off :). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Well I'm back and was very good, even though I say so myself. My salad was very boring, some green stuff and a little red stuff which always tastes bitter to me, so left most of that, left all the onion, had dressing on side and did not use it, had a few cherry tomatoes and a very small flat...
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Am still here, but have been reading lots on the Atkins forum and it sounds so good! Probably a bit silly, because I want to loose most of my weight on Exante and then probably go over to something like Atkins for maintenance or the last few pounds. Anyway, ended up having a mouthful of...
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    Briar Rose's Journey!

    Well done on your losses, keep up the good work and you will see a bigger loss next week :). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Total Solution Exante 2.0

    Well done LW, into the 13s, you've done great! Enjoy your little break and the real food but keep drinking lots of water if you can. It will fill you up and stop you overeating. Looking forward to your pics :). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Good morning fellow slimmers :wavey:. Am pleased to report I can wear my M&S trousers sz18 comfortably and have a sz16 top on which I have not been able to wear for months and months, yay for progress! Had my porridge for breakfast, yummy. All set for another 100% day :). Soon2bslimmer x
  8. soon2bslimmer

    Helpful list of ketogenic foods

    Just found this post, very helpful list indeed, a big THANK YOU :D. Soon2bslimmer x
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Did the Pilates-arm-sculpting-10-minute-thing from YouTube for the second time today, this time with some (small) drinks bottles. Am working my way up to doing it with proper weights. I am sure I should be able to watch YouTube stuff via the Wii on TV instead of my comp on a desk. Must ask kids...
  10. soon2bslimmer

    Back to lose it all again!!!

    Welcome to Exante Liz :). I did CD in 2009 but am back now to get back into shape. Went for Exante as I could not stand all the faffing of having to go and see someone every week to get my food, plus was too embarrassed to go back to be honest :o. Even thought the counserllor was lovely. I...
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Thank you ladies :thankyou:. Amazing the difference a day makes! I know I am getting smaller one way or another, as have gone up (or down rather, depending how you look at it, smaller anyway) another notch on my belt, woohoo. Might try on some smaller clothes from the back of the wardrobe this...
  12. soon2bslimmer

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Hiya Darcy, hope you are having a good day. I've put yesterday's disappointment behind me and am well into week 3 now :bliss:. Soon2bslimmer x
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    Total Solution Exante 2.0

    Well done on getting this far LW :woohoo:. And fantastic to get into a 14 even if it is from Evans, yay! And you have a plan in place for after your special day, so am sure you will get to your goal weight. Will you keep your diary here or are you moving over to 'the dark side' ie Slim & Save...
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    Namastes 100 days.... time to move on :(

    You are doing really well, Namaste, keep up the good work! I have to admit, I do go on the scales more than once a week, but try not to hop on everyday, as I know I would get disheartened if there wasn't a loss. And let's be realistic, there is not going to be a loss everyday. And even a gain...
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Good morning LLL I think it is fair to say your initial loss does depend on how much overweight you are to start with, but you still get really good losses when you stick to the plan. Average is a stone a month roughly. Have a look at people's diaries and find someone with your height and...
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Oooooooh look at me, doing multiquote ;)! Well yesterday was interesting to say the least. After WI first thing and being very frustrated, eventually nature took its course :o:D. So that could have been part of the issue I guess. With so little going in these days... you know the rest...
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Thanks Darcy ;) Thank you Giggles ;) Thanks LW :) Soon2bslimmer x
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    2nd Week weigh-TS all the way.

    Well done Fat-to-fab. Am on day 15 myself too and agree, this board is great. Just what you need to keep your motivation up :). Soon2bslimmer x
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    A little bit of fun

    Zest
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    Toot Toot... The Exante Wagon Driver.

    I am still here, trying very hard not to fall off!! I really want this to work, but a STS for week 2 sucks big time. Must do better next week! Soon2bslimmer x :o
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Day 15 for me today and WI number 2 and STS :cry:. OMG I cannot believe it, I am SO frustrated! I know I have been guzzling the water and had 3 packs a day and nothing else, so am slightly puzzled. Perhaps my TOTM last week helped the big loss for week 1 (12lbs) and this week my body is in...
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    Total Solution South Pacific

    Well know side effect of ketosis, isn't it, feeling cold? Worth it though ;). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Another 100%-Exante-day coming to an end. Was going to have a soup as my third pack, boiled kettle, changed my mind, grabbed a vanilla pack instead, and had it as a hot shake! Very nice actually. Had had them cold until now, but vanilla as a warm drink is very yummy too :D. I whizz mine up with...
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Thanks Giggles, looking forward to tomorrow :). Hiya BR, you are doing fab! Keep up the good work ;). I remember when I did this last year, somewhere along the line I thought i was actually quite easy losing the weight and it was, but reintroducing real food is the problem with me and I know it...
  25. soon2bslimmer

    Here I go again..............10 week challenge!

    Welcome back! Your target sounds very achievable, and you know this stuff works, you just have to stick to the plan ;). Good luck and just think how much better you will feel one week from now: you will be in ketosis and have had your first WI :happy036:. Soon2bslimmer x
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    Total Solution South Pacific

    Darcy, having just read your diary may I just say what a true inspiration you are for anyone attempting Exante (or any other VLCD for that matter). Very impressive the way you stick at it week after week and your pictures are amazing! Keep up the good work :woohoo:. Soon2bslimmer x :)
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    honk if you were 100% today

    HONK! Day 13 and 100% again today - it's the best way to make this plan work :D. Soon2bslimmer x
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Another 100% day today. Porridge, bar, shake and the last one at a more realistic dinner time lol. Also did the 10 mins Pilates arm thing I saw posted on someone else's diary plus I powerwalked for 40 mins, woohoo! Soon2bslimmer x
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Day 12 here, not that I am counting lol ;). Went well yesterday @ 100% apart from burning the roof of my mouth in the morning with my porridge, will take more care today. Forgot last night after sorting dinner for everyone else to have my own, finally had vanilla shake at 9.45pm! Will be a bit...
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Thanks french :). Another 100% day here; porridge, bar, vanilla shake plus gallons of water and redbush tea. Does the job! Soon2bslimmer x
  31. soon2bslimmer

    Toot Toot... The Exante Wagon Driver.

    Am still here as well, on the back seat with my barrel of water lol. My stomach makes some strange noises during the day, probably can't figure out what's happening to it - no food to digest! Soon2bslimmer x ;)
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Okay, scales haven't moved this morning (I know, why should they lol) but belt has gone up a notch, yay! Soon2bslimmer x :)
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Almost ready to go to bed, just thought I would catch up. I think my TOTM helped my great loss of the first week, was all bloaty and feel so much better already :D. Bought a pack of the Tesco Ultraslim bars today, they were well hidden in the store! But had one for lunch and it was yummy. So...
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Thanks for your support french :). Just about dried out after walking DD to busstop and back, got absolute soaked!! Put jeans on radiator to dry out and put different trousers on which got uncomfortably tight about 10 days ago; they now are a little tight but not unsightly so ;). So on the...
  35. soon2bslimmer

    10 days and 10lbs gone..

    Well done on your loss. Keep at it and another loss will follow soon enough ;). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    Thanks giggle. Any support welcome ;). Hope you have a good loss this week. Start of week 2 for me today and WI first thing this morning; very pleased to report 12lb loss for first week! :happy036: Down to a round 16st which is still very round lol, but on the way down :D. So will go away and...
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    Soon2bslimmer will soon be slimmer!! :o)

    I thought I'd better start a diary and get some of these thoughts out of my head and into print, not for anyone in particular, just my own sanity really :D. But hello if you are reading ;). Am on day 6 of first week of Exante and it is going along nicely. No hunger pangs anymore, drinking...
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    Toot Toot... The Exante Wagon Driver.

    I am still on board, sitting at the back, swigging my water :D. WI after 1 week tomorrow, woohoo. Sorry that should read 'Toot toot!!'. Soon2bslimmer x
  39. soon2bslimmer

    Seeking diet buddy

    Thanks Sunny. Day 1 and 2 not too bad. Should get my delivery tomorrow. I used to add a pinch of cinnamon to the CD porridge which was already sweet, so am hoping Exante porridge will be similar. Not too keen on the Exante bars, but have some left from before so will munch my way through them...
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    Toot Toot... The Exante Wagon Driver.

    I'm hopping on! Will be on for a while too ;). Let's get this wagon rolling! Anyone else coming on the journey? Soon2bslimmer x
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    Porridge

    Thanks for your comments, just what I needed to persuade me to order some ;). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Seeking diet buddy

    Also meant to say, recorded my measurements today and will probably do those once a month. Really helps to look at those when the scales stick ;). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Seeking diet buddy

    Thought I would join this thread, am a restarter on Exante, Day 1 for me today :o. Have done Cambridge before (and lost 63lbs, yes it really works :D) but found having to face a person to get supplies every week a bit of a faff. Exante works just as well, works out cheaper, but finding...
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    Porridge

    Exante Porridge - just like Cambridge Porridge or not? Hi there - Starting on Exante today. Have some soups and bars left and need to order more packs and just discovered Exante now have Porridge available to order, is this a recent addition? :confused: Anyways, used to love Cambridge...
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    Noticed something odd.

    Yes I am with you too :). I'd love to do one of those Gok Wan lineups where you have to place yourself inbetween other ladies of varying sizes. They always think they are much bigger than they are!! I think most of us on here have a bit of a warped view of what we look like, I now I do :o...
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    Giving yourself a leeway

    Fantastic thread! Glad I found it. Can so sympathise with Serena's 'time off'. I was doing well maintaining after losing 4.5 stones. But now with having been on hols and still having the kids at home (go back to school next week, yay ;)) my 'good' routine has completely gone out of the...
  47. soon2bslimmer

    Alexmummy's learning journey...

    Hi Alexmummy - Well done on your losses so far, you have lost LOADS!!! I'm lurking here more & more too as I am on 1000cals now, but still have to somehow shift my last 9 lbs to get to my 11stone goal. STS this week as TOTM :o, so don't really want to go upto 1200 yet. After SS it seems a lot...
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    Monday WI - post your losses here

    STS for me this week :cry:, but not surprised really as its TOTM as well :cry::cry:. Keeping fingers crossed for a LOSS next week and sticking with 1000cals for now :). Good luck everyone, stick to CD and the weight WILL come off ;). Soon2bslimmer x :D
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    Any ideas for alternative activities to eating?

    Couldn't agree with you more :). I try to see food as fuel now. I need some every now and again to keep going, it is not the main focus of my day! Soon2bslimmer x
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    13 weeks weight loss pic :)

    Well done, you are a completely different shape!! Great loss to date, keep up the good work :D. Are you getting nice comments from people around you? Thanks for sharing your pictures :). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Any ideas for alternative activities to eating?

    Broxi - Have you looked at the Arcade part of this forum? There are some great games to be played :D. I love Bola myself and killed quite a few hours playing it :). Just a thought. When the weather picks up again (when??) could you go outside and get some exercise whilst enjoying the...
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    Anyone 5ft11 or over?

    Thanks :D. Words of wisdom? Just the obvious really; stick to the plan and the weight will drop off ;). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Anyone 5ft11 or over?

    Hi Asa - sorry to be replying a bit late, only just noticed your post :o. I did SS for the first 10 weeks, then went on holiday over Easter with my packs and only had 2 (sensible) meals out. When back, I had my 810cals week and have been moving up the plans since, slowly! Still on 1000cals...
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    I have a question regarding CD interview?

    I remember reading on another thread here recently, out of the £37 we pay the CDC for a week's worth of packs, they get to keep about £12. HTH :). Soon2bslimmer x
  55. soon2bslimmer

    CDCs- Can you drink Marigold?

    Funny this, my CDC wasn't aware of this either. I'd read it on here somewhere and taught my CDC something ;). BTW I have a tub of the Marigold and use it occasionally. Did use the CD bouillon first, but was very pricey in comparison :o. Wish there was a cheaper Mix-a-Mousse alternative... :)...
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    100% SS+ but no ketosis - does it matter?

    You're doing great :). You are following the plan, sticking to it 100% and you have lost a lot of weight :D. I have not once used a ketostick and not missed it turning pink or whatever it is meant to do ;). Stick to CD and you'll be okay. Feeling tired and cold and doggie breath all sound...
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    Anxious about stepping up to 810 - advice?

    You will still have good losses if you stick to the plan :). I find it helps if I plan my day at the beginning with what I am going to eat, rather than raid the fridge when I feel hungry. I've made myself a scribbled table on a sheet of paper and fill in what I will have for breakfast, lunch...
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    Ok feeling discouraged today-help me stay strong

    Polishrose, don't give up!! You've come such a long way already and you are doing great!! You've most likely hit a bit of a plateau and will soon start shifting pounds again. Keep guzzling that water and stop scale hopping ;), before you know it you will have another loss to report...
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    Anyone 5ft11 or over?

    Well done on your loss, Asa!! :D I took a while before going down in jeans sizes. And even now, I have these strappy tops from last year, a lot of them unworn :o, in size 18. They're pretty stretchy and instead of being tight on me I am wearing them now and they're a bit looser. So saves me...
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    DAILY TIPS

    Hiya Eternalflame - It's a bit difficult to say really. Had a bad week when I gained 4lbs as I ate stuff I shouldn't have :o, then did a week of 810 but it was BH so did not see CDC. Then did a week of 1000cals and found out today I have lost 6lbs spread over the last 2 wks. Am doing at least...
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    Monday WIs anyone??

    Well done on your loss, Annie :). A loss is still a loss, look at your total, you are doing great!! :D Giving up is not an option :eek:. Stick with us, you know you want to ;). CD really works, remember? You just gotta stick with it :). Well done on your 53lbs-lighter weight!! :D...
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    DAILY TIPS

    Great thread, Broxi! :) And just to say I am 43, so there's hope for us 'oldies' yet :o. I was gonna recommend you look at Serena's diary too, as she has a wealth of knowledge and has posted great tips & thoughts, but she has already posted on your thread and provided her link :D. I...
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    Monday WIs anyone??

    Lazyhound - Good luck with your WI later today, hope you have a good loss :) Curlywurly - Thanks for your kind words, how is your CD journey going? Chelsea Lou - HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! Enjoy your day today and get back on the straight and narrow tomorrow would be my suggestion ;). I felt dreadful...
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    Monday WIs anyone??

    Haven't posted for a while, but am still here ;). Have now done one week on 1000cals (which includes 2 CD products) and just had my WI; lost 6lbs over the last 2 weeks!! Am very happy with that. Did not get weighed last week cause of the Bank Holiday and had a major blip the week before where...
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    holiday advice/ideas?

    I went away over Easter whilst I was still SSing. Took all my sachets and blender with me to Portugal :o. I was happy to do this, my head was in the right place IYKWIM. We went SC, so having my CD meals was not a problem at all. I went out to eat twice but was very sensible as I was keen not...
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    Which Blender??

    I use my Moulinex handheld blender (came with loads of attachments) that I originally got when weening my kids. It came with a tall container with all the measurements down the side, I use it with the whisk attachments and drink my shakes straight from this cup with a straw ;). Use it much...
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    Some tips from me for life after Cambridge....Long

    More food for thought :). Thanks KD, excellent stuff! Soon2bslimmer x :D
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    Think I've had a tiny breakthrough re why I don't feel 'proud' & uploaded photo's too

    Congrats on your losses so far Claire, well done! I think it takes a while before your head catches up with your body when losing weight (if that makes sense). When I look in the mirror I don't really see a smaller me, it's just the same person looking back at me every day :). But when I see...
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    How do you mums do it??

    I'm with cat-bee on this one, I actually quite enjoy the cooking of food for OH & kids, and the smell of it all. I can enjoy those smells without having to 'endure' the calories of eating the food :D. And have been cooking meals with a bit more effort too, spending a little more time on it, OH...
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    Where's the Monday Club WI thread?! :-o

    I got weighed yesterday too after a week of SS+, lost 2.5lbs :). Moved onto 810 now, for 1 or possibly 2 wks :D. 11lbs till goal... Soon2bslimmer x
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    Inspiration for All Cambridge Diet Followers

    Well done, Slickchick! I had a similar experience over Easter, was on holiday for 2wks in Portugal and had taken all my packs with me plus my handblender ;). Ate out twice but was very sensible, no puds/carbs etc. Missed 2 WIs being abroad but at the next WI I had still lost 5lbs, so I was...
  72. soon2bslimmer

    Maintenance question (pics added for LellyCD!)

    I've stocked up on some tins of tuna in water and also packets of sliced turkey breast (£1 in Asda at the mo!). One packet of 10 slices is 200g, so easy to work out I'm either allowed 6 slices on SS+ or 8 and a half on the 810 plan. Will get more adventurous eventually and try Quorn etc, and...
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    Just added some pics

    You look great, you can see a real difference, especially in your face :). Well done on your journey so far, keep up the good work ;). Soon2bslimmer x
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    ? about freq of when you are weighed?

    I go every week, apart from over Easter and later this month with Half Term will miss another WI. For me, the weekly visits were very important, to measure progress and keep me motivated. It takes me half an hour to drive to my CDC and I could possibly find someone closer, but we get on well...
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    How do you keep track of water intake?

    I bought a 4-pack of Evian bottles of 750ml each when they were on offer in Tesco. I refill them at the beginning of every day and work my way through them daily, making for a total of at least 3 litres of water. I also use them to cool down my black tea a bit ;). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Was feeling so good until...

    I never took a 'Before' picture which I kinda regret now, but always ran away as soon as a camera was pointed my way :o. But on hols over Easter I let OH take a piccie of me on the beach and was quite disappointed when I saw it :(. In a way it is spurring me on now to keep going with CD as I'm...
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    99 days done

    Well done on your losses, you are flying along!! :D You just made me realise I must have done just over 100 days as I went to see my CDC just before you, on 26.1.2009 :). CD rocks!! Soon2bslimmer x :D
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    I've just discovered the wonderful world that is buying the right size clothing!!

    I used to buy baggy things to cover up, nice & loose fitting was what I used to look for, usually in Evans :o. Not anymore!! But now there is another whole world of shops to consider and the way their sizes vary is mind boggling :(. I've been buying jeans from M&S, Per Una bootcut which are...
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    That TIME of the month

    Hi there - Don't despair! You still have 4 whole days to lose weight ;). Keep drinking water, no nibbling, stick with your CD products and the weight WILL come off :D. YOu did well last time with your TOTM, so no reason why you can't do it again. Good luck! Soon2bslimmer x :)
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    Do you 'treat' yourself?

    After losing my first stone I bought some gorgeous Chanel Chance perfume which I use every day :D. Kinda forgot about treats after that. Did have a lovely 2wk holiday to the Algarve over Easter which was a lovely reward after losing more weight, and ofcourse had been a great incentive. And...
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    Salt

    Yes, I believe it is to do with water retention. You are free to add pepper to things, obviously no good for porridge :D. Have you tried adding a dash of cinnamon to your porridge? Makes it smell lovely and is allowed ;). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Any Bank Holiday Monday WIs today?

    Hi Lorrayne - I know where you are coming from. I've been giving this quite a bit of thought, wondering if there is going to be this big void soon. I have lost most of the weight now, have had all the lovely comments from people noticing and know it is down to me now to keep it off and keep...
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    Any Bank Holiday Monday WIs today?

    Had my WI today instead of Monday and was ECSTATIC with the result! * drumroll* Last week I stayed the same which I was not surprised about. This week I did SS+ (3xCDs + green/white 'meal') and lost 6lbs :D :party0011: :party0049:. Have now lost 50lbs :D (well, 49.5lbs to be very precise)...
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    ratings on porridge?

    First time I tried the porridge I thought the consistency was a bit different from conventional porridge and it tasted a bit salty to me. But now having tweaked the amount of water I add (a bit more than they recommend), and by adding a bit of cinnamon I think it is great!! I have it for...
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    Braving it and adding b4 and 3 stone gone pics

    Well done Curlywurly, very noticeable difference :D. Thanks for sharing, you're very brave ;). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Well well well....

    Hiya, it's just a type of tea, from South Africa I think, also called Rooibos tea. You will find it in bigger supermarkets, my Tesco has it, and Asda too. It's just a bit nicer without milk than regular tea with no milk IYKWIM ;). I think I read about it on here, tried it and have stuck with...
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    TARGET!! Before and after pics! (edited to add some wedding pics)

    Your pics are great, thanks for posting them!! I bet you looked fabulous on your wedding day too :). And yes, CD rocks :D, we've just gotta stick to it :). Soon2bslimmer x
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    Well well well....

    Well done on your first WI, that's a great loss! Have you tried Redbush Tea? I'm a real convert now and drink it all day, as well as loads of water obviously. As the weight comes off you may well start feeling the cold more and drinking cold water only made it worse for me, so I now...
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    How Long???

    I saw mine on the Monday, started the Tuesday after but still have WIs on Monday. I pay by cheque, first time with card details on the back, but now we know eachother she doesn't bother with the card details anymore ;). Halfway through the week I email my order for collection the following...
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    11 weeks done - 3 stone 1 pound lost YAHHH

    Well done Curly, keep at it. Totally agree with you, CD ROCKS!! :D Soon2bslimmer x :)
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    OMG....How much!!! Week 12 WI

    Well done, great losses!! Keep up the good work :). Soon2bslimmer x
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    What can I drink at the pub??

    Ooooh, well let me see, you can have water, ooooooorrrrr, let me think about that one, you can have FIZZY water :D. See, there is a choice ;). Soon2bslimmer x :)
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    Pictures of my cd journey (so far)

    Well done, you look fabulous!! And looking at your ticker, you are 2lbs away from having lost 100lbs :D. That is absolutely AMAZING, very well done :). CD rocks!! Soon2bslimmer x
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    Struggled since Easter

    Slimoncemore, I totally know where you are coming from! Had a bit of a blip myself after being on hols for 2 wks (with my shakes!) over Easter. Part of it, I think, is that we've lost the bulk of the weight now, people are starting to notice we're slimmer and subconsiously my head seems to...
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    21 Weeks later, 6 stone 3lbs down

    Bevy, you look gorgeous :D !! It is threads like these that are sooooo helpful and remind us why we are doing this :confused:. Having a bit of a blip myself at the mo, (STS at WI today :() so reading fantastic progress by others like you helps to motivate me to get back on the CD wagon and...
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    10 weeks and 3 stone down!

    Well done, great loss!! Feels good, doesn't it? Soon2bslimmer x
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    I want to strangle my husband....

    Go on Tillyfloss, share your mantra with us :cry:. Had a quick look at your blog but cannot see it? ;) My OH has lost a lot of weight himself over the last 12 months by healthy eating and taking up running, and is eating sensible portions now. He is being very supportive to me, thank...
  98. soon2bslimmer

    Off for weigh in this morning-updated with weight loss

    Well done, great WI result for you today :D. Soon2bslimmer x
  99. soon2bslimmer

    My CD journey from start to finish

    Serena - you look fantastic, well done!! Thanks for sharing your CD journey with us, so inspirational for anyone contemplating CD :D. Soon2bslimmer x
  100. soon2bslimmer

    3 months on cd and guess what?

    Well done on your loss! Don't you just love CD? It really works :D. Am in wk12 myself now and doing 810 for a few weeks after SS for 11 wks. Still want to lose another couple of stone, but 3 have gone so far. Haven't been this 'slim' for at least 12 years ;). CD rocks!! Soon2bslimmer x
  101. soon2bslimmer

    Peoples opinions

    I've not actually told anyone (apart from OH & kids) I'm doing Cambridge for exactly that reason. All those negative comments would have gotten me down by now I think, so I chose not to mention Cambridge and avoided having to explain myself umpteen times! Now when people ask how I've lost the...
  102. soon2bslimmer

    Calling all Monday WIs

    Am back from my 2wks away in the Algarve. Took my CD supply & handblender with me and was pretty good, even if I say so myself :innocent0002:. Only ate out twice and very sensibly had chicken both times and no alcohol at all :(. Was ecstatic to find at WI this morning I have lost 5.5lbs since...
  103. soon2bslimmer

    Knickers!

    It's a good feeling, isn't it? My size 18-20 knickers will not stay up either now, what a shame :D. Have bought some 14s, but not too many, would like to be a 12 soon ;). Soon2bslimmer x
  104. soon2bslimmer

    Anyone played any April fool jokes??

    My son tried to tell me this morning it was another Inset day today and he was off school. Yeah right :D! Didn't fall for that one ;). Soon2bslimmer x
  105. soon2bslimmer

    Fruits of the forest?

    I tried it as a mousse and really did not like it :(. I prefer the sweet shakes hot (toffee/walnut, chocolate, butterscotch etc) but have now picked up a few soups from my CDC for variety. * note to self, MUST change that remaining Fruits of the Forest sachet when seeing CDC next *...
  106. soon2bslimmer

    add a meal week ???

    It used to be after 4 wks but rules got changed and now AAMW is after 12 wks. Soon2bslimmer x
  107. soon2bslimmer

    Week 6 and really struggling - help needed

    Lorrayne - you are doing really well, don't forget you're past the halfway mark now en route to your target!! :D Don't they say moving house is the most stressful thing you can do apart from getting married? ;) Chin up and onwards and upwards :). I know what you mean about being cold. I...
  108. soon2bslimmer

    No longer obese!!!!!!!!!!!

    Well done!! Another former 'obese' member here, now I'm just a fatty!! :D Can't wait to be 'normal' ;). Soon2bslimmer x
  109. soon2bslimmer

    What's everyone's goal weight?

    Mine is 11st which will be in the healthy BMI range for my height. But really not sure if I'll get there as that's still 2 stone away and I look very different already :D. Have not been this weight since having kids (12 yrs ago!!). I'll re-evaluate and talk it over with my CDC when I'm back...
  110. soon2bslimmer

    End of first week no enegry

    Yep, I echo what has been said already. I was tired too, is a lot better now. Listen to your body and get rest when you can, it will get better!! :D Soon2bslimmer x
  111. soon2bslimmer

    Are all the soups as vile?

    I make leek & potato soup myself usually, so will steer clear from the CD version! Been having sweet shakes/bars/mousses so far, but tried a Vegetable soup today and was pleasantly surprised. Will try some Chicken & Mushroom soup next week as well. Also now have a tub of the Vegetable...
  112. soon2bslimmer

    yum

    I think you're allowed it from week 3, just like the bars. But just once a day, just like the bars. It does make a nice change. Especially as I have the sweet shakes hot, having them as a cold mousse is completely different, in a nice way :D. Soon2bslimmer x
  113. soon2bslimmer

    Going on Holiday!

    I'm off to Portugal too, over Easter for 2 weeks and just put in my CD order for the next 3 wks :eek:. It's quite a nice feeling to have the food-side of things sorted actually. By bringing along my own food, I will not be tempted by the real stuff. Will still cook for the family most days...
  114. soon2bslimmer

    Gonna have porridge for tea. do you add any sweetners?

    Neither the Original nor the Apple/Cinnamon need any sweeteners, as they're sweet already. A pinch of cinnamon is nice though :). I mix mine with a fork, adding 125ml of water from the kettle. Once lumps have gone, microwave for 50 secs. (My m'wave is 950Watts I think.) Make sure the...
  115. soon2bslimmer

    The cheeky wii fit!

    Must get back on mine soon to see if my Mii is a bit less round these days ;). Soon2bslimmer x
  116. soon2bslimmer

    yum

    I love the butterscotch too as a mousse and the chocolate is nice as well. I tried the fruits of the forest for the first time today and made it into a mousse :jelous:, will not be buying that flavour again, I thought it was yukky. I finished it, but did not enjoy it. Not sure if it is any...
  117. soon2bslimmer

    Good luck all Monday WI's

    I'm made up having lost 4.5lb this week, especially after losing 'only' 3lb last week. Starting week 9 now :). Past the halfway mark for me now ;). Loving this diet and the fast results that can be had :D :) :D. Soon2bslimmer x
  118. soon2bslimmer

    Week 4 WI, at last its a good result.

    Well done on your loss :D. Soon2bslimmer x
  119. soon2bslimmer

    Monday WIs anyone? Starting wk9 here :-)

    Going to the Algarve :D. Not bothered about the whole food thing TBH, will cook for the rest of the family when needed and I'll be drinking lots of water and having my shakes. Just tried on my old size 18 cossie, it's a bit big!! Soon2bslimmer x
  120. soon2bslimmer

    Bouillon... Love It? Hate It?

    I've bought my first tub of the Vegetable Bouillon today after my CDC let me try some after my WI. I have a very sweet tooth, so have been quite happy having my sweet shakes (hot or mousse) and the occasional bar. But this will make a very welcome change :). Have also bought 1 soup this week...
  121. soon2bslimmer

    Monday WIs anyone? Starting wk9 here :-)

    Thanks for your comments guys. Well done on STS with a Mothersday meal, Jess ;). And Blitsy, hope you feel better soon and get to that 13st mark too :). Purple, hope you get into the 12s Thursday :D. Next week I've gotta order 3 wks worth :eek:, as I will be away for 2wks over Easter. Am...
  122. soon2bslimmer

    Monday WIs anyone? Starting wk9 here :-)

    Hi Everyone - I have my WI every Monday morning and would love to hear from anyone else with results to report :). I've lost 4.5lbs this week and am now in wk9 of CD SS :D. Am 13st exactly now, which means next wk I'll be 12st something :D:D. I've lost 2st 7lbs in 8 wks and am past the...
  123. soon2bslimmer

    Help - lunch on mothers day, yes or no!

    I announced a couple of weeks ago 'No chocolates for Mothers Day please', so will have to wait and see what Sunday brings ;). Instead of going out for lunch, we're going for a nice family walk and feed the ducks in the park. My idea, it is 'my' day after all. I'd say 'No' to the lunch if I...
  124. soon2bslimmer

    6 Stones gone cant believe it!

    You look fabulous :D!! Well done on your fantastic loss, very inspirational for all of us fellow CDers ;). Soon2bslimmer x
  125. soon2bslimmer

    Can you share your experieces with me, please?

    Hi Sonya - Well done on getting under 200lbs and getting your BMI under 30!! :D I'm in week 8 myself now (CD SS) and have tossed out all my size 20 skirts/jeans. Size 18 is loose now and I have bought some tops in 16 and have managed to squeeze into Per Una jeans size 14!! (they are stretchy...
  126. soon2bslimmer

    Warm shakes....

    I have all my shakes hot too, especially as I'm constantly feeling cold with drinking all this water :o. I love the vanilla one with a little bit of instant coffee added. And the toffee/walnut is yummy too. Also butterscotch is lovely, but that now gets saved to be made into a mousse :). I...
  127. soon2bslimmer

    OMG humungous first week weight loss!!

    Well done!! What a great start for your CD journey :D. Soon2bslimmer x
  128. soon2bslimmer

    What are you going to treat yourself too?

    After I lost my first stone I treated myself to some new perfume (Chanel Chance), it's gorgeous. And this week after losing stone number 2 :D I have bought some new jeans in size 14!!! Makes a very welcome change from 18!! Have to work on treat number 3, mmmmmm. Soon2bslimmer x :)
  129. soon2bslimmer

    What time do you have you packs?

    I have my porridge about 8am, shake about midday, another at 4pm, and last one at 8pm. I have 4x 750ml bottles of water during the day, usually have half of one before and half of one after a meal. And somedays will drink more water, and cups of tea as well. Soon2bslimmer x :)
  130. soon2bslimmer

    50lbs Gone!

    Well done diddums, what a fantastic loss already!! And thanks for sharing your pictures too, they are really motivating for all of us :D. Soon2bslimmer x :)
  131. soon2bslimmer

    The Monday WI check in!

    I know, must be very frustrating as you want to shout it from the rooftops, doncha? ;) Congrats on the loss and keep up the good work! :D Soon2bslimmer x
  132. soon2bslimmer

    The Monday WI check in!

    Can you not click on your ticker, log in and update details? Not updated mine before, only got it yesterday :o. Soon2bslimmer x
  133. soon2bslimmer

    Don't think it's working

    It's up to you which CD plan to follow, but if you stick to it, the plan DOES work. For those of us following SS, we don't have to deal with real food at all, but if you feel you need some food, SS+ could be the way for you. Good luck whichever way you're going :). Soon2bslimmer x
  134. soon2bslimmer

    Week 5 weigh in

    I'm sure you're not doing anything wrong :D. Some weeks you'll drop pounds, other weeks you'll drop inches. Keep going, it's working!! Soon2bslimmer x :)
  135. soon2bslimmer

    SO......oooo cold!

    Yep I'm cold too. Glugging all that cold water is not helping either :o. But I try to counteract by having lots of cups of tea and having my shakes warm. I usually finish my day with a Hot Chocolate (well, a CD choccie shake made with warm water ;)). At least today the wind is less cold...
  136. soon2bslimmer

    is the price different between counsellors?

    From the tetras I've only tried the chocolate flavour. I really liked it, but it is so small! I have a few for when I'm out and about but prefer to mix my own shakes :). Soon2bslimmer x
  137. soon2bslimmer

    40lb's in 9 weeks! SO Happy!

    Wow, well done cat-bee :D, that is a fantastic loss!! And Linda, you as well, that is really inspiring :). Cat-bee, I love your signature BTW and sometimes quote it quietly in my head when I'm thinking about eating something I shouldn't :o. Keep at it guys and girls, CD really works...
  138. soon2bslimmer

    is the price different between counsellors?

    I pay £1.75 for sachets, £2 for bars/tetras and £5 for mix-a-mousse. Soon2bslimmer x
  139. soon2bslimmer

    The Monday WI check in!

    Well done Jesslima, that's a great loss! :) Soon2bslimmer x
  140. soon2bslimmer

    Re-invention of the cd 100% club-sign in thread!!!

    Well done Emmie, I bet you feel on top of the world :D. What's next for you, going up the steps? Soon2bslimmer x
  141. soon2bslimmer

    The Monday WI check in!

    Cool, well I did it!! Another 4lbs gone for me today, making for a total loss of 2 stone so far :D:D:D in 6 weeks. This plan is so worth sticking to as it really works :). Anyone else have any losses to report today? I'm gonna try and update my thingy at the bottom now but am running out...
  142. soon2bslimmer

    The Monday WI check in!

    Got 6th WI tomorrow, eek! Am hoping for another 4lb loss which would make my total loss 2 stone :o - which would be fantastic! But would understand if loss was less as for me it's TOTM, although have been sticking to the plan to the letter. So we'll see. Good luck everyone with their WIs :)...
  143. soon2bslimmer

    Omg im in the 15's!

    Well done, great loss!! Soon2bslimmer x
  144. soon2bslimmer

    First months weigh in -very pleased!

    Well done on your loss :D, I know how you feel :). I lost 20lbs in first 4 wks, am now in week 6. It is a great feeling, isn't it, when clothes start feeling loose or actually become too big. I never thought 6 wks ago I would've lost 24lbs by now... CD really works, stick to it :)...
  145. soon2bslimmer

    Opinions on CD bars?

    Well, IMHO the Orange one (covered in dark chocolate) I found the texture a bit strange. It is pretty dense and requires a lot of chewing :D, so cut up into little pieces it becomes more manageable. You couldn't take a very large bite off it I don't think. The Peanut and Cranberry ones are...
  146. soon2bslimmer

    Question about loses

    I was weighing myself at home every day in the beginning and then compare with weekly CDC WI, and got myself in a right state when my scales did not move from one day to the next :o. Crazy! CDC talked some sense into me :), I now step on at home once a week or so and just trust the CD scales...
  147. soon2bslimmer

    Height in Inches???

    Thank you both :D, all fixed now. Learn something new every day!! Soon2bslimmer x
  148. soon2bslimmer

    8 weeks of SS+ (pics of hubby)

    I can't see them either, probably cause i haven't posted enough yet :(. Well done on your losses though, keep up the good work both of you!! Soon2bslimmer x
  149. soon2bslimmer

    Opinions on CD bars?

    The bars are a lifesaver for me with choccy cravings around TOTM. Added a couple to my weekly order in week 4 I think, the Chocolate Orange ones, had those chilled and cut into small chunks. This week (wk6) I have added 7 bars to my order (!!!), a mixture of the Peanut and Cranberry ones, they...
  150. soon2bslimmer

    OMG Its snowing !!!

    No snow in Bucks, glorious sunshine and blue skies :D. Frost on the car this morning though, very cold out of the sun still. Soon2bslimmer x
  151. soon2bslimmer

    Height in Inches???

    Hi everyone - I feel a bit silly asking this, as most of you have managed to input your height ok in the User Details of this forum, but not me :(. I am 5' 9" but whenever I try to put that in, it says it's in the wrong format? Do I need to put in just inches and how many would that be for 5'...
  152. soon2bslimmer

    Pre-menstrual Overeating?

    Emma, would definately recommend the bars if you're having serious choccy cravings. The orange one is covered in dark chocolate and has a chewy texture. Very nice chilled and cut into small chunks. The peanut one and cranberry one have a more crunchy texture, and are both covered in chocolate...
  153. soon2bslimmer

    Before and after 4 stone - pictures.

    Fab! Well done, that's a great loss and very noticeable in the pictures :). Soon2bslimmer x
  154. soon2bslimmer

    How Much Roughly?

    charges Mine charges £1.75 for soups/shakes, £2 for tetras/bars and £5 for the mix-a-mousse. Also paid £20 for initial consultation. These charges sound more than most of you pay, but I am happy with my CDC and the charges were explained to me upfront. Soon2bslimmer x :)
  155. soon2bslimmer

    Being around food...

    I'm also cooking for OH and 2 kids whilst on CD SS and don't mind the cooking actually. Smelling the food cooking is quite nice and I just know NOT eating it is doing me good at the moment. Even just smelling one of the kid's cookies was strangely satisfying the other day. Weird? :o Just...
  156. soon2bslimmer

    Help needed please - drinks.

    Not sure about the ginger or mint, sorry. Brushing your teeth does help to get rid of the fuzziness in your mouth and is harmless ;). Soon2bslimmer x
  157. soon2bslimmer

    Re-invention of the cd 100% club-sign in thread!!!

    Thanks Flowey and Maluvoo :D. Coming to the end of my fifth week, WI on Monday. My CDC said it's usual to keep losing 3 or 4lbs a week now, am hoping for 4 again ;). I have stopped weighing myself at home now, this was not achieving anything, just making me upset when the scales did not move...
  158. soon2bslimmer

    Advice on hot packs

    Same here. I start the day with porridge, hot obviously and then have another 3 packs the rest of the day, all hot. Toffee & Walnut is nice, so is Butterscotch. I usually finish with a hot Chocolate in the evening (powder, not tetra). The Vanilla is nice hot as well, and you can sprinkle a...
  159. soon2bslimmer

    I survived the wrath that is...........

    Well done for resisting! See, you can do it! Soon2bslimmer x ;)
  160. soon2bslimmer

    Jelly...How?

    jelly Just bumping this thread about making Jelly as a few of us want to have a go! HTHS Soon2bslimmer x :D
  161. soon2bslimmer

    first weigh in

    Well done on your loss!! Can you do Edit Signature or Edit Avatar to update your weight? I've still not managed to add a Ticker to my posts, and was only allowed 150 characters in my Signature? Must post more and hopefully our priviliges will increase ;). Soon2bslimmer x
  162. soon2bslimmer

    Pre-menstrual Overeating?

    I've also had terrible cravings this week, and then the penny dropped... it's that time of the month, almost :rolleyes:. I even considered driving to my CDC for some bars, but have put it off till WI on Monday. I will be strong!! But will definately add some CD bars to my order, just for...
  163. soon2bslimmer

    Re-invention of the cd 100% club-sign in thread!!!

    Hiya flowey - 1) Yes, IMHO it does get easier as your body adjusts. 2) Green tea is fine, fruit teas are a nono AFAIK. Same with lemon, you're not supposed to be adding lemon to water or tea either. I have bought some Earl Grey T and also some Rooibos tea to liven things up a bit ;). HTH...
  164. soon2bslimmer

    woo hoo!!! lost another 5lb ...

    Well done Tanya, great loss! I'm in week 5 now and have started to notice the weight loss in my clothes, which is also a great motivator. Keep it up :D. Soon2bslimmer x
  165. soon2bslimmer

    Maintaining whilst on holiday...

    hols Hiya - I am in my fifth week also (CD SS) and am going away over Easter. I intend to pack my sachets and handheld blender in my luggage and take them with me for the 2wk break :o. I also intend to go shopping for some holiday clothes the week before :D as stuff is getting big on me...
  166. soon2bslimmer

    Re-invention of the cd 100% club-sign in thread!!!

    100% for me About time I started posting :o, this forum is fab and is a great source of support!! I started CD SS on 26th January and am now in my 5th week and have lost 20lbs so far :D. wk1 -7lbs wk2 -5lbs wk3 -4lbs wk4 -4lbs month of Feb 20lbs lost Yay, Cambridge rocks :talk017:
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